The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) and its allies are ramping up for a huge fight over contraception — and demanding a huge step back for women's health.

They're calling for a dramatic reversal of the Obama administration's groundbreaking decision requiring insurance companies to treat contraception like basic health care.  This was a major advancement for women's reproductive rights — providing access to affordable, effective contraception to millions of women.

But now, nearly 50 Catholic-affiliated institutions have filed lawsuits challenging the rule. And soon, the USCCB will launch a high-profile "Fortnight for Freedom" campaign aimed at generating tremendous election year pressure on President Obama and HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius.

Tell Secretary Sebelius that you support her decision providing access to affordable, effective contraception for millions of women.

The Bishops seem to believe that religious freedom means that they are free to impose their beliefs on the rest of us.  And, if they get their way, millions of women will be denied access to affordable contraception.  We can't let that happen.

These powerful forces are pressing to undo one of the most critical advances for women's health in decades. They are determined to make this an issue in the upcoming election cycle. Don't let them play politics with women's health.

Don't let any one religious group impose its beliefs on the rest of us. Tell Secretary Sebelius that you support access to affordable contraception for all women.

This critical battle for reproductive rights will continue throughout the summer.  The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and its allies will keep putting incredible pressure on Secretary Sebelius to back down. 

Let's make sure she hears loudly and clearly from those who strongly support her decision.  Genuine religious liberty and the rights of millions of American women are hanging in the balance.